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    2008 Lotus Elise

    Used from

    $69,990 excl. on-roads

    CarExpert Rating

    Safety Rating

    NA

    Warranty

    2 year

    Fuel Efficiency

    8.3 - 8.8 L / 100km

    About the Lotus Elise

    Last updated Dec 18, 2024

    The 2008 Lotus Elise is a sports car offered in a 2D convertible body style. Used prices in Australia typically range from $69,990 for the S variant and topping out at $94,990 for the R.

    There are 2 variants of the Elise available in Australia and this generation went on sale in October of 2006.

    Engine options include 1.8L multi-point injection (100kW/172Nm) and 1.8L multi-point injection (141kW/181Nm). Available with 5-speed manual or 6-speed manual transmissions. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.

    The 2008 Elise was offered with a 2 year, unlimited km warranty.

    2008 Lotus Elise Price

    *excl. on-roads

    2008 Lotus Elise Specs

    See our comprehensive details for the Lotus Elise

    S

    • Alarm
      • Peripheral
    • Antenna
      • Type: Fixed Mast
    • Audio system
      • In-dash Cd
      • Radio: Am/fm
    • Convertible rollover protection
      • Type: Fixed Hoop
    • Convertible roof
      • Glass Rear Window
      • Operation: Manual
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Colour: Painted
      • Type: Externally Adjustable
    • Front seat
      • Lumbar Adjustment
      • Number Of Electrical Adjustments: None
      • Reach Adjustment
      • Reclining
      • Type: Sports
    • Head rests
      • Number: 2
    • Headlights
      • Bulb Type (low Beam): Halogen
      • Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
    • Luxury trim
      • On Dash: Alloy
      • On Gear Selector: Alloy
    • Non-corrosive body
      • Location: Part
      • Type: Alloy
    • Paint
      • Type: Gloss
    • Remote boot/hatch release
      • Operation: Mechanical
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Upgraded Cloth/velour
      • Main Seat Material: Upgraded Cloth/velour
    • Seating
      • Seating Capacity: 2
    • Speakers
      • Number Of: 4
    • Steering wheel
      • Type: Leather Covered
    • Warranty anti-corrosion
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 96
    • Warranty paint
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 24
    • Warranty powertrain - Total
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 24
    • Warranty roadside assistance
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 24
    • Warranty whole vehicle - Total
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 24
    • Windscreen wipers
      • Intermittent Wipe: Fixed

    R

    Adds to S:
    • Luxury trim
      • On Doors: Leather
      • On Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Cloth
      • Main Seat Material: Suede
    Removes from S:
    • Luxury trim
      • On Gear Selector: Alloy
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Upgraded Cloth/velour
      • Main Seat Material: Upgraded Cloth/velour
    See all 2008 Lotus Elise Specs

    2008 Lotus Elise Fuel Economy

    There are 2 different fuel economy figures for the Lotus Elise

    The most fuel efficient Lotus Elise is the S with a 5-speed Manual which is powered by a 1.8L MULTI-POINT INJECTION and uses 8.3L of unleaded per 100km on the combined cycle.

    Lotus EliseFuel TypeCombined
    1.8L, 5-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWDUnleaded8.3 L/100km
    See all Lotus Elise Fuel Economy

    2008 Lotus Elise Warranty

    What is the warranty on a Lotus Elise?

    The Lotus Elise offers a 2 year unlimited km warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.

    Lotus Elise FAQs

    The cheapest Lotus Elise is the S that starts from $69,990.

    The most expensive Lotus Elise is the R that starts from $94,990.

    The best towing capacity of a Lotus Elise is null kg offered by the following variants: S and R.

    The largest Lotus Elise is the S which measures 1719mm wide, 3785mm in length and sits 1143mm tall.

    The most powerful Lotus Elise is the R which has 141kW of power from its 1.8L MULTI-POINT INJECTION engine.

    The Lotus Elise is built in Great Britain and shipped to Australia.

    The heaviest Lotus Elise is the R which weighs 0 kg (kerb weight).

    The Lotus Elise may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes premium unleaded or unleaded.